Moon Seeds - Flower Plant for Home Gardens

Moon seeds commonly refer to moonflower seeds, botanically known as Ipomoea alba, a fast-growing tropical vine valued for its large white flowers that open in the evening. This climbing plant develops long, twining stems and thrives in warm climates with full sunlight and well-drained soil. It is widely used for vertical gardening on trellises, fences, and pergolas. Seeds have a hard outer coating and benefit from soaking or nicking before sowing to improve germination. Under suitable conditions, the plant establishes quickly and produces seasonal growth during warm months.

Features

• Fast-growing climbing vine with twining growth habit
• Produces large white flowers that open at night
• Suitable for trellises, fences, and vertical gardening
• Adapted to warm, tropical and subtropical climates
• Seeds benefit from pre-soaking for improved germination

Specifications

• Scientific name: Ipomoea alba
• Common name (US): Moonflower
• Seed type / variety: White night blooming variety
• Growth habit: Climbing, twining vine
• USDA zones: 9-11 (grown as annual in cooler zones)
• Planting season: Spring to early summer
• Growing season: Summer to early fall
• Sowing Season:
  • Spring: March to May
  • Early Summer: June
• Germination time and conditions: 7-14 days at 20-30°C; soaking or nicking recommended
• Sunlight requirements: Full sun
• Soil requirements: Well-drained, average soil
• Watering needs: Moderate, keep soil evenly moist
• Mature plant size: 3-6 meters height, 1-2 meters spread
• Plant spacing: 45-90 cm between plants